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Gucci New Bamboo Stud-Embellished Tote, Handbag of the Day

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Gucci New Bamboo stud-embellished leather tote

The New Bamboo Stud-Embellished Leather Tote from Gucci is a structured modern gem, and (for some reason) it makes me think of licorice. It's all layers of vibrant black leather with rows of small gold stud details, braiding, thick leather tassels, a detachable luggage tag and woven shoulder strap, and of course the single glossy black bamboo top handle. It also has a small stud and bamboo twist-lock closure on the fold-over flap front. Inside it's lined raffia and has one zippered pocket, plus a mirror and leather mirror sleeve. $4,200

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Gucci Marrakech Leather Shoulder Bag, Handbag of the Day

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I haven't written up a Gucci bag in awhile but not for any reason other than I've just had so many others bombarding my attention. This Marrakech Medium Leather Shoulder Bag is a classic and a cutie with its flap-over tasseled front, pouchy shaping, and thoughtful details like the tiny braiding along the top rim. Monochromatic layers of light brown leather get the light goldtone hardware treatment, double braided top handles, and an beige twill lined interior with both pouch and zip pockets. Fun fact: the designer calls this color 'New Banana.' $2,290

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Gucci's Men Woven Leather Holdall

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Filed under: Handbags, Men's Style

Gucci's Woven Leather Holdall ($4,700) is a stunningly gorgeous bag. And would you expect any different from Gucci? The Italian fashion house always produces elegant and sophisticated accessories that are fashionable without being short sighted.

The Men's Woven Holdall is styled in rich mahogany leather with knock-out woven detail along the bottom half and double handles. The extremely roomy interior is lined with chocolate brown suede and features a zippered pocket, two opened pockets and fastens with a silver metal hook. Gucci's Holdall is versatile and could be used for travel, work, or for daily use injecting a bold accent to your outfit. Although marketed for men, the Woven Leather Holdall is so polished and classic that both men and women could easily wear this bag. Dimensions: 25"W x 17"H x 8"D.

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Fiat 500 by Gucci

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Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos

As if the Fiat 500 weren't stylish enough already, now Gucci's had their way with it to create the special edition you see here. The brainchild of Lapo Elkann – the rakish playboy brother of Fiat chairman John Elkann and grandson of his late predecessor Gianni Agnelli – the Fiat 500 by Gucci is a joint effort between Gucci's creative director Frida Giannini and Fiat's Centro Stile.

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Gucci i-Gucci Grammy Awards Special Edition Watch

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Filed under: Timepieces / Watches

Gucci i-Gucci Grammy Awards Special Edition Watch

The probably over-priced i-Gucci "cool" digital watch from Gucci gets a special edition model for the Grammy music awards. Your celebration of "well if they were voted as best they must be good" night can continue with two versions of the i-Gucci that originally came out a few years ago. The round dialed digital watches with LCD screens have fun dial layouts and offers you various types of useful information. For more on functionality - check with Gucci (I just don't want to leave out functions if I list them all).

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The Fashion Statement: Designer Kids Lines Boom

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Filed under: Charity, The Fashion Statement

A week ago, I wrote about the hordes of celebrities with baby bumps on the red carpet during awards season. Well, designers must have been some kind of soothsayers, because several spent a good part of last year developing and launching children lines. Soon, they will no doubt see the fruits of their labor (sorry), as more and more of these privileged babies are born.

Jennifer Lopez's twins, Max and Emme, were the stars of Gucci's advertising campaign to publicize its designer munchkin wear (0 to 8 year-olds) which debuted late last year. Lopez said this week she only agreed to let her kids be photographed because it was for a good cause. Gucci pledged $1 million to UNICEF's Schools for Africa initiative.

Tags: Carolina Herrera, dolce and gabbana, Fendi, Gucci, jean paul gaultier, Jennifer Lopez, Marc Jacobs, Paul Smith, Preen, Ralph Lauren, stella mccartney, Tommy Hilfiger

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Gucci Broadway Crystal Silk-Satin Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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We just had a big snowstorm where I live so it's no wonder that when looking at this Broadway Crystal-Embellished Silk-Satin Clutch by Gucci I see ice and snowflakes. Of course it's beautiful and can be carried any number of ways (like Net-a-Porter's suggestion to pair it with an emerald dress) but to me it looks like something a winter princess might carry to an icicle ball. Fold-over styling is embellished with taupe silk-satin multi-sized iridescent crystals, it has stitch detailing around the edges and no shoulder strap. It closes via hidden magnet and, in a reversal of the usual norm, has leather on the inside in the form of a smooth cream-colored lining. $2,190

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Gucci GG Twins Large Tote, Handbag of the Day

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Gucci's GG Twins Large Tote is pretty and feminine in a metallic and wintry shade of mauve in guccissima leather with matching trim. This is one of those totally useful and timeless bag designs that leans heavily on quality textured leather and little else in terms of decorations and eye-catching features. It does have double top handles with interlocking "G" ornaments where they connect, plus protective feet on the bottom and interesting folded-in top corners. Inside it closes with a snap and has several pockets for your PDA, cell phone, etc. $1,300

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The Luxist Top Ten Handbags of 2010

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Filed under: Handbags, Holiday Guides

Valentino Crystal-Embellished Feather Clutch

2010 may have been a tough year in a lot of ways, but it was a terrific year for handbags. From divinely sparkling clutches to totes in unheard-of textures, designers were inventive, creative and finally took some risks again -- a sure sign of an improving economy. We're celebrating the return to flamboyance and daring style with a list of our top ten favorites from this year's outstanding Luxist Handbag of the Day collection.

1. Valentino Crystal-Embellished Feather Clutch

Let's begin with the ethereal, exquisite bag above, the Valentino Crystal-Embellished Feather Clutch. These little birdies outdid even the Judith Lieber Enchanted Stardust Clutch with their whimsical glamour, and the feathers are so elegantly and daintily assembled, the clutch eclipsed the ballerina charm of the Valentino Tulle Rosette Bag. We love the coloring; it's as if each perfect feather has been gingerly dipped in the blackest of ink. The pale pink satin structure and lining complete the dream-come-true wonder of this masterful handbag which commanded $4,170.00.

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Vanity Fair's SunHee Grinnell's Ten Favorite Essential Items on Display at The Surrey

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Filed under: Luxury Travel & Hotels, Luxury Shopping

Vanity Fair's Beauty Director SunHee Grinnell has selected her top 10 favorite essential Upper East Side items.

Vanity Fair's Beauty Director SunHee Grinnell personally curated The Surrey hotel's latest "Top 10 New York" collection, which is now on display at the boutique hotel on Manhattan's Upper East Side.

Grinnell's top ten favorite essential Upper East Side items are displayed inside a Jimmie Martin graffitied armoire in the hotel's lobby. After viewing a sneak peak at some of Vanity Fair's insider's preferred Upper East Side retail offerings, guests of The Surrey may venture a just few blocks to purchase their favorite items in the armoire from the boutiques – or may purchase them directly through the concierge.

SunHee's curated collection for The Surrey's "Top 10 New York" features:

Chanel's stud embroidered flap bag
Yves Saint Laurent's Bell De Jour wallet in turquoise
Dior's Red Silhouette belt
Jimmy Choo's JAVA peep toe ankle boot with handcrafted leather 'ricamo' embroidery in black
Gucci's Guilty Eau de Toilette
Tom Ford's Whitey B5 sunglasses
Valentino's black bow leather gloves
Barneys New York's Simon Doonan Witticism stationary
Pucci's Foulard scarf
Michael Kors' Allover Glitz Watch in black.

Tags: awards-main, barneys new york, Chanel, Gucci, Jimmy Choo, luxist-awards, Pucci, SunHee Grinnell, The Surrey, The Surrey Hotel, Vanity Fair

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Giorgio G Ltd. Edition Cognacs from Giorgio Gucci

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Filed under: Spirits

Giorgio Gucci, grandson of the man who founded the famed Italian fashion house Gucci in 1905, has launched an exclusive new line of limited edition cognacs for those who appreciate the finer things in life. Giorgio worked in the family business for over five decades building the Gucci brand into a global powerhouse before selling his interest in the company and launching his own fashion label, Giorgio G, now expanded with the line of cognacs. The rare old ultra-premium spirits, sourced from scores of eaux-de-vie from France's famed Grande Champagne region selected for their characters and softness and aged in oak casks, come in three different expressions: Giorgio G XO, Giorgio G Grand Cru (above), and Giorgio G Grande Champagne Premier Cru, set to be distributed by Emperor's Brand.

The XO is over 35 years old, fruity and spicy with a deep mahogany color accented by brilliant glints of red flames. Rich, concentrated and powerful, it has notes of buttery vanilla and chocolate with wood and leather undertones. The Grand Cru is 50 years old, glowing and coppery in color. Its fragrances include notes of grapes, prunes, apricots, smoky oak and vanilla in addition to jasmine and honeysuckle. The taste is powerful and well balanced with a slightly spicy bouquet and peppery overtones. And the Grande Champagne Premier Cru is over 50 years old, shiny gold in hue. Notes of prunes and elderflower complement light vanilla, jasmine and honeysuckle aromas. The taste is soft and full-bodied with a mixture of nutmeg, vanilla and licorice notes.

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Gucci 3-D Glasses - Because Nerds are Rich

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Filed under: Apparel, Men's Style

Gucci has finally realized what we've all known for a long time: nerds have all the cash and it's time to start catering to them. Coming this December, Gucci will be releasing the above, totally fantastic, unisex Gucci 3-D glasses. And the geek shall inherit the Earth.

Joking aside, someone at Gucci clearly has their finger on the pulse. With the rising popularity of 3-D in film, and for a house whose reputation in eyewear is already legendary, this is an ingenious move.

These obvious 2011 must-haves exhibit the same retro-80s flair that creative director Frida Giannini brought to her Gucci Eyeweb collection this past summer. The shiny plastic aviators are both stylish and sentimental -- and best of all, owners will no longer have to share the same classless glasses as common moviegoers at the local cinema.

The Gucci 3-D glasses feature "optically correct 6-base curved lenses with circular polarized technology," optimal for Real D, the system in use by over half the movie theaters in the country. The Gucci 3-D glasses also "contain a high tech multi-layered mirrored coating which allows the wearer to view themselves in a mirror without distortion. The mirrored coating not only provides a premium look as well as offers superior viewing and contrast enhancement, but also allows over 98 percent of visible light through, therefore not affecting viewing in a cinema environment. An anti-reflective coating has been applied to the back of the lens for additional overall image quality by reducing scattered light, glare and blue light." So, they don't just look better than the throwaways that come in a plastic bag; they can also enhance your 3-D viewing experience.

Other companies are sure to follow suit with stylish personal 3-D eyewear -- but for now, the market is cornered. Well played, Gucci. Well played indeed. The Gucci 3-D glasses will be available exclusively at US Gucci boutiques for $225 this holiday season.

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The Most Functional & Stylish Backpacks

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Backpacks are the go-to, functional and easy to wear bags. It's a no brainer. They offer ample space with plenty of compartments and pockets for organization. Backpacks distribute the weight of what you're carrying over both shoulders as opposed to ending up with one painful shoulder or an elbow.

Unfortunately, they are not the most fashion forward accessory to wear, especially if you are a lover of luxurious and head-turning handbags. So what is a woman to do when you need a practical bag that still exudes your sense of style? How about starting your search with our collection of eye catching backpacks that maintain their functionality. This is far from a complete list, but it serves as inspiration in your search.

First up is Prada's Nylon Backpack ($695) - a favorite of many for a multitude of reasons. It balances functionality and style so seamlessly that it has evolved into a classic and timeless accessory. Made with nylon, it lacks a bulkiness that many backpacks posses, it's easy to keep clean and lightweight. The interior is roomy and the exterior pockets allow for smaller items to be safe and easily accessible. In addition to a front flap closure with a magnetic and buckle closure, there's a drawstring closure for added security. Measurements: 12 1/2"H x 11 3/4"W x 6"D.

View the other backpacks in the collection below.

Gallery: The Most Functional & Stylish Backpacks

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Jennifer Lopez And Her Children To Front Gucci Campaign

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Jennifer Lopez and her two-year-old twins Max and Emme will be the faces for Gucci's new childrenswear line. WWD reported that the advertisements were shot by photographers Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott in Mailbu, California in July. The advertisements will feature Lopez and her adorable progeny frolicking on the beach wearing Gucci clothes and accessories. Lopez has kept a relatively low profile since the birth of her twins but seems to be resuming her career in a dramatic way this year including her new gig as a judge on American Idol.

As part of the initiative Gucci will also make a donation to UNICEF and the Maribel Foundation - a charity founded by Lopez and her sister, Lynda, which raises money for healthcare for women around the world. Gucci and UNICEF have been partners for six years and Gucci products have raised $7 million for UNICEF thus far.

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Inside Luxury King Francois Pinault's Private Palazzo Museums

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Filed under: Art, Wealth, Architecture & Design

Francois Pinault is a man justifiably envied by many. With a fortune of $8.7 billion the high-school dropout-turned luxury goods titan is the majority shareholder of PPR, whose brands include Gucci, Balenciaga, Yves Saint Laurent and Bottega Veneta. He also owns famed auction house Christie's and the renowned Chateau Latour winery. His amazing contemporary art collection, worth an estimated $1.4 billion, encompasses 2,000-plus works by over 80 artists including Jeff Koons, Richard Prince, Takashi Murakami and Damien Hirst. Much of it is now housed as his two incredible private museums in Venice, the Palazzo Grassi and the Punta della Dogana. Both historic buildings were transformed by Pritzker Prize-winning Japanese architect Tadao Ando and are the subject of a smashing new book from Skira Rizzoli.

Tadao Ando: Venice - The Pinault Collection at the Palazzo Grassi and the Punta della Dogana shows how Ando's designs seamlessly blend history and innovation while adhering to the strict laws governing the preservation of historic buildings in Venice. At the Palazzo Grassi, prominently located on the Grand Canal, Ando's quiet but expert renovation of the eighteenth-century rooms makes a perfect backdrop for Jeff Koons' eye-popping balloon sculptures. At the Punta della Dogana (shown on the cover above), the Venetian Republic's original customs warehouse, the large-scale space was subtly subdivided into refined rooms for installation art. The "dialogue – that is collision and friction – between the new and the old," Ando states, "is the driving force in creating a city's future."

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